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Hello Basildon,

We’ve had a few exciting new opportunities come in recently! If you’re on the lookout for a role, take a moment to explore. There could be something here with your name on it.

P.S. Know someone searching for work? Forward this to them. It could be exactly what they’ve been waiting for. Without further ado…

Apprenticeships

Leisure Team Member Apprentice (Level 2)

Sports & Leisure Management Ltd – Basildon
Wage: £14,942.72/year
Start: 29 April 2026
Course: Leisure Team Member
Closes: 13 April 2026
Apply here

Higher & Degree Apprenticeship – Commercial (Level 6)

Barratt Redrow Plc – Basildon & other locations
Wage: £26,227/year
Start: 1 September 2026
Course: Construction Quantity Surveyor (Degree)
Closes: 16 March 2026
Apply here

Junior Estate Agent Apprentice (Level 2)

Bear Estate Agents – Basildon
Wage: £14,722.50/year
Start: 23 March 2026
Course: Junior Estate Agent
Closes: 20 March 2026
Apply here

Call Centre Representative Apprentice (Level 2)

Kompare Limited – Upminster (Essex)
Wage: £15,600/year
Start: 10 April 2026
Course: Customer Service Practitioner
Closes: 3 April 2026
Apply here

Kia Light Vehicle Technician Apprentice (Level 2)

Allen Ford (UK) Limited – Benfleet (Rayleigh)
Wage: £15,704/year
Start: 23 March 2026
Course: Autocare Technician
Closes: 20 March 2026
Apply here

Kia Service/Parts Advisor Apprentice (Level 3)

Allen Ford (UK) Limited – Benfleet (Rayleigh)
Wage: £15,704/year
Start: 2 April 2026
Course: Customer Service Specialist
Closes: 31 March 2026
Apply here

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CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE APPRENTICESHIPS

Balfour Beatty Apprenticeships – Lower Thames Crossing

Balfour Beatty is seeking local talent from Brentwood, Havering, Thurrock, and within 20 miles of the Lower Thames Crossing for a range of exciting apprenticeship opportunities on this major infrastructure project.

Opportunities include:
• Level 3 Engineering Surveying
• Level 3 Digital Project Delivery Engineer
• Level 3 Business Administration
• Level 4 Site Supervisor (construction experience required)
• Degree Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering

Applicants are encouraged to highlight any previous engagement with the Lower Thames Crossing project (such as site visits, work experience or school events) to support priority school and college applications.

🔗 Business Administration role: Lower Thames Crossing- Business Administration Apprentice – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK

🔗 Other roles: Search via Balfour Beatty Careers

Local-ish Jobs

MARKETING, MEDIA & ADMIN

Marketing Assistant – Part-Time (Wickford)

Permanent 2 days per week role supporting the Marketing Manager with campaigns, events promotion and social media activity. You’ll help plan creative marketing ideas, coordinate event promotion, and develop engagement strategies in line with company objectives.
🕘 8:45am–5:00pm (2 days per week)
📧 Apply with CV + covering letter to: [email protected]
🔗 More info: https://f.mtr.cool/fmldseealj

Marketing Officer (Sports & Leisure) – Chelmsford

Full-time opportunity within the sports and leisure sector, supporting promotional activity and community engagement across the Chelmsford area. Ideal for a marketing professional looking to work in an active, public-facing environment.
🔗 Apply now: https://ow.ly/LMwM50YozEA

Customer Care Co-ordinator – Focus Resourcing (Chelmsford) A fully office-based role (Mon–Fri, 8:30am–5:30pm) within the new build construction and housing industry. You must have previous experience in construction or housing to be considered. Salary is £30,000–£33,000 per annum. Apply: [email protected]

Senior / Project Administrator – Adore Recruitment (Brentwood Outskirts) Support a busy Director in the specialist safety equipment industry on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will coordinate field engineers, manage project documentation, and act as a central point for clients. Own transport is essential. Apply: [email protected] / 01268 971950

Sales Administrator – Simple Sourcing (Brentwood) Join a fast-paced team supplying printed promotional merchandise to major brands. Duties include processing sales orders, managing artwork approvals, and liaising with suppliers. Benefits include free lunch on Thursdays and remote work on Fridays. Apply: [email protected]

EDUCATION & EARLY YEARS

Early Years Practitioner – Hanningfield

Level 2 or 3 Practitioner required for a beautiful setting within a Grade II listed house featuring outdoor learning and Forest School elements. Create a safe, stimulating space where children can learn and thrive.
🕘 40 hours per week (Mon–Fri)
📧 [email protected]
📞 01245 914847

Sixth Form & Careers Administrator – The Bromfords School

Term-time role (plus 3 days) supporting sixth form and careers provision. Ideal for organised administrators with school-based experience.
🕘 35 hours per week (8am–3:30pm)
💷 £21,756–£23,516 (LG Scale 4/5)
🔗 Apply via the school website, The Bromfords School - Vacancies

School Support & Teaching Roles – LT Support (London, Essex & Suffolk) Immediate openings are available for Teachers, School Support, Operations staff, and Outreach Tutors. These roles offer school-day hours and term-time schedules with permanent, fixed-term, or ongoing contract options. Apply: 01708 204494 / [email protected]

Junior Administrator – New Way Tuition (Brentwood) Support the Admin and Attendance Team in a term-time role (9am–4pm) ideal for those starting a career in education. You will manage attendance records, emails, and general enquiries. Requires strong Microsoft Office skills and a proactive attitude. Apply: [email protected] / [email protected]

Weekend Cycling Instructor – Fox Cycling (Billericay) Join the team as a part-time instructor with flexible weekend hours. While coaching experience is a plus, the team is primarily looking for someone enthusiastic who enjoys working with children. Apply: [email protected]

HEALTH & CARE

Care Professionals – Ohana Care (Billericay & Surrounding Areas)

Join a friendly, growing home care team supporting clients in their own homes. No experience required — full training provided. Must hold a full UK driving licence.
💷 From £13.50 per hour (higher for experienced carers)
✨ Company pension, contracts, Blue Light Card (coming soon)
📞 07713 852 065 | 📧 [email protected]

Passenger Assistant – School Runs (SS17 Area)

Part-time, term-time only role supporting children during school transport runs. DBS required (can be arranged if needed).
🕘 Morning & afternoon shifts (Mon–Fri)
📞 07574 590000'

Self-Employed Caregivers – CareMatch (Essex) Join a community of independent caregivers providing home care services across the county. You can manage your own registration and work directly with clients. Register: CareMatch Careers

RETAIL & FOOD

Part-Time Retail Assistant – N Shelley

Friendly, customer-focused individual required to join a supportive retail team. Minimum 2 days per week including Saturdays, with flexibility for extra shifts.
📍 Pop in for a chat or apply via Facebook

Experienced Bartender – Goldmills (Billericay) Support a local event this Saturday, the 7th, from 6:00pm to 1:00am. Previous bar experience is essential, and you must be able to drive due to the location and late finish. Pay is £15.76 per hour. Apply: [email protected]

DRIVING & TRANSPORT

Concrete Pump Operator / Driver – Basildon

Immediate start for a reliable 7.5 tonne (C1) licence holder. Training provided to operate the pump and set up pipelines. 2–3 days per week with full-time opportunity soon.
📞 07526 691234

WAREHOUSE & INDUSTRIAL

Picker & Packer – Purfleet

Immediate start available for experienced warehouse operatives. Safety shoes and hi-vis required.
🕘 Monday–Friday | 8am–4pm
💷 £12.21 per hour
📱 Text “Purfleet” + full name to 07967104188

Water Supply Service Layer – Elite Utility Services (Brentwood/South East) Repair and replace underground water pipes using moling and other techniques for residential and commercial clients. This full-time role requires a UK driving licence and experience in the water industry. Pay ranges from £39,000–£52,000 per year. Apply: [email protected]

Trainee Fire Door Inspector – Pyrodec (Billericay/London) Start a career in fire safety by training to become a certified inspector. You will document findings and ensure compliance across commercial and residential buildings. Requires a full driving licence, a positive attitude, and an enhanced DBS check. Apply: [email protected]

Fire Door Carpenter Team Lead – Pyrodec (Billericay/London) Lead a small team performing fire door installations and remedials across London and Essex. This self-employed, hands-on role requires proven carpentry experience, your own tools, and a van (fuel/parking provided). Apply: [email protected]

CLEANING & FACILITIES

Office Cleaner – Arterial Business Park (SS6 7NG)

Friday mornings (2 hours anytime between 7:30am–1pm). Duties include hoovering, mopping, wiping surfaces and emptying bins.
💷 £14 per hour
📞 01268 75481

Cleaning Team Member – Pixie Perfect Cleaning & Co Join a friendly team providing high-standard home cleaning with full training provided. This role offers £12.50 per hour plus fuel contributions and flexible hours. While drivers are preferred, non-drivers will be considered. Apply: Contact Debbie on 07984 009712

Part-Time Cleaner – Sparklean Essex (Billericay) Work 1–2 days per week (Mon–Wed) providing detailed cleans for local clients. You must be a driver and able to work through school holidays. Hours are typically between 8:15am and 4:30pm. Apply: 07793 627908 / Facebook

EMERGENCY SERVICES & PUBLIC SECTOR

On-Call Firefighters – Essex County Fire & Rescue Service

More than three quarters of Essex fire stations are staffed by on-call firefighters who live or work within five minutes of their local station. You’ll respond to emergencies when paged, while continuing your usual job or daily routine.
In addition to incidents, you’ll carry out home fire safety visits and support community events, schools and care homes with safety advice.
🔥 Two-week intensive training provided, followed by ongoing station-based training
🔗 Learn more and apply: Join Essex Fire | Essex County Fire and Rescue Service

PORT & LOGISTICS NEWS

Port Recruitment Event at Pathways a Huge Success

A fantastic turnout of 51 attendees joined the South Coast Port Services recruitment event at Pathways last Friday, with a steady queue of candidates eager to speak with employers throughout the two-hour session.

The event focused on Terminal Operative roles at London Gateway Port in Stanford-Le-Hope, where the company is planning to recruit around 500 new employees over the next year, onboarding in cohorts of 40 at a time.

South Coast Port Services praised both the turnout and the high calibre of candidates and are already keen to host further recruitment events with Pathways in the future, a brilliant boost for local jobseekers and the wider community.

That’s all folks,

Ada